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L B TRANSPORT INC

USDOT 53754 Active CORPORATION AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE Hazmat Satisfactory rated CORPORATION Liquids / Gases Chemicals Dry Bulk Based in BUFFALO CENTER, IA Grade A · 100
Brokers & shippers · booking check

Book with caution — review signals below

No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.

Caution
Policy effective · Jul 7, 2013
Review these
  • 1 fatality on crash record 41 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. Details →
On file
  • 1 active operating authority
  • Insurance on file · $4,000,000 GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. · 91X Details →
  • BOC-3 process agent on file JOY B. FITZGERALD RESIDENT AGENT, INC. Details →
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers
Org: CORPORATION
Cargo: Liquids / Gases, Chemicals, Dry Bulk
Built for brokers and shippers deciding whether to tender. Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before booking — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste) 
TruckCodex risk summary — L B TRANSPORT INC (USDOT 53754)
Verdict: CAUTION
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.

Authority / census status: Active
Active BIPD limit: $4,000,000
Organization: CORPORATION

Blockers:
  (none)

Cautions:
  • 1 fatality on crash record — 41 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file.

On file:
  • 1 active operating authority
  • Insurance on file · $4,000,000 — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. · 91X
  • BOC-3 process agent on file — JOY B. FITZGERALD RESIDENT AGENT, INC.
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers

Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/53754/
As of: Jul 25, 2026
Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade

Compliance grade A

Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.

A confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Authority / census
Active · 100/100

Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.

Insurance / BIPD
BIPD active · 100/100

Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.

OOS vs peers
Safer than peers · 100/100

Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). Vehicle OOS 8.1% vs peer median 16.7% (better). n=17364 same-size ACTIVE peers.

FMCSA safety rating
Satisfactory · 100/100

Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.

Insurance-watch tier
Not on watch · 100/100

No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.

TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.

Operating authority
Insurance

2 active liability policies

BOC-3 agent

JOY B. FITZGERALD RESIDENT AGENT, INC.

Company profile

Company details
USDOT 53754
In FMCSA records since Jun 1, 1974 (~52y)
MC / docket MC117386
Entity CORPORATION
Business org CORPORATION
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
Cargo carried
Liquids / Gases, Chemicals, Dry Bulk
Fleet size 59 units
Drivers 59
Annual mileage 5,281,971 mi
Contact & address
Phone: (641) 562-2048
Email: [email protected]
Physical
615 1ST AVE NE
BUFFALO CENTER, IA 50424
Mailing
P O BOX 10
BUFFALO CENTER, IA 50424
Registration & safety rating
USDOT 53754
In FMCSA records since Jun 1, 1974 (~52y)
Entity CORPORATION
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Annual mileage (MCS-150) 5,281,971 mi
Safety Rating Satisfactory
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
vs. National Average
Vehicle OOS Rate 8.1% vs 23.4% -15.3 pts
Driver OOS Rate 0.0% vs 6.7% -6.7 pts
Violations per Inspection 0.69 vs 1.80 -1.11
Peer tier (mid-sized fleets (11-100 power units)) median OOS rate: 27.3%
Active liability insurance
FMCSA cargo filing (BMC-34/83)

No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.

FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.

Related filings

Fleet details (MCS-150)

Vehicle type Owned Term leased Trip leased
Truck tractors 22 37 0
Trailers 5 0 0

Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).

Accident reports (24 months)

All 41 crashes →
Last 6 months 6–12 months 12–24 months Total
Fatalities 0 0 0 0
Injuries 0 0 3 3
Tow-away 0 1 3 4
Crash reports 0 1 3 4

Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.

Inspections (24 months)

All 127 inspections →
Driver Vehicle Hazmat
Inspections 75 75 3
OOS inspections 0 3 0
OOS percentage 0% 4% 0%
National average 6.67% 22.26% 4.44%

Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).

Power Units
59
Drivers
59
Inspections
127
FMCSA roadside history on file
OOS Rate (peak)
8.1%
driver or vehicle, whichever higher
Crashes (24m)
4
41 all-time
Authorities
1
1 active
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles

L B TRANSPORT INC is a corporation based in BUFFALO CENTER, IA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 53754. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 59 power units and 59 drivers, with 127 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 8.1%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.

Carrier overview

L B TRANSPORT INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 59 power units and 59 drivers, organized as a corporation, with 36 years on FMCSA's records, based in Buffalo Center, IA. Across 77 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 3.9% out-of-service rate, with 4 reportable crashes. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY, and operating authority is active for contract and common (broker authority is revoked).

Inspection profile

77 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 88% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in IA (25) and SD (7), with Level 3 inspections the most common.

Violation profile

3.9% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (41.4% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 7 times.

Fleet profile

The fleet comprises 59 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 59 drivers; Peterbilt, Unknown, and Ste are the most-inspected makes.

Risk Signals

Authority revoked
1 revocation on record.

Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service

Compared against 17,364 ACTIVE carriers operating 29–89 power units (±50% of this carrier's 59 unit fleet).

This carrier — Driver OOS
0%
Drivers placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
0%
Median across 17,364 same-size peers
Verdict
On par with peers
Delta 0 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
This carrier — Vehicle OOS
8.1%
Vehicles placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
16.7%
Median across 17,364 same-size peers
Verdict
Safer than peers
Delta -8.6 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map

Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)

2024-08 2026-07

Violations by BASIC Category

Federal BASIC buckets for every citation issued against this carrier over the past 24 months.
Unsafe Driving
19 violations
Vehicle Maintenance
19 violations
3 OOS · 15.8%
Hours of Service
7 violations
Hazardous Materials
6 violations
General/Admin
1 violation

Activity by State

States this carrier has been inspected in over the past 24 months.
State Inspections OOS OOS % Last Inspection
Iowa (IA) 25 1 4.0% Jun 24, 2026
Nebraska (NE) 8 0 0.0% Jun 30, 2026
Missouri (MO) 7 0 0.0% Jun 16, 2026
Minnesota (MN) 7 0 0.0% Feb 11, 2026
South Dakota (SD) 5 1 20.0% May 20, 2026
Kansas (KS) 4 0 0.0% Dec 11, 2025
North Dakota (ND) 4 0 0.0% Jul 20, 2026
Illinois (IL) 4 0 0.0% Jun 9, 2026
Montana (MT) 2 0 0.0% Jun 23, 2025
Wyoming (WY) 1 1 100.0% Apr 23, 2025
Louisiana (LA) 1 0 0.0% Nov 18, 2024
Mississippi (MS) 1 0 0.0% Oct 23, 2024
North Carolina (NC) 1 0 0.0% Dec 5, 2024
Ohio (OH) 1 0 0.0% Nov 5, 2024
Oklahoma (OK) 1 0 0.0% Sep 3, 2025
Tennessee (TN) 1 0 0.0% Sep 5, 2024
Wisconsin (WI) 1 0 0.0% Mar 12, 2026
Arkansas (AR) 1 0 0.0% Jun 15, 2025
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
Make Model Inspections
Peterbilt 78
Unknown 16
Ste 13
Stei 10
Freightliner 8
International 7
Kenworth 7
Brenner Ta 6
Polar 6
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
BASIC Inspections Serious Measure Percentile Alert As Of
Driver Fitness 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Controlled Substances / Alcohol 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Hours of Service 7 — 0.14 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Unsafe Driving 18 — 2.49 2 — Jul 20, 2026
Vehicle Maintenance 12 — 2.02 2 — Jul 20, 2026

Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.

Recent Inspections (127 rows) View all 127 →
Inspection # Date ▼ State Level Station Vehicle Violations Top Codes OOS
88475418 Jul 20, 2026 ND 1 —
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P964370 · 1XKAD49X7GJ444176
1 393.9A-LIL No
88282989 Jun 30, 2026 NE 3 —
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
MN PAW1172 · 1XP5DU9X95N875507
0 — No
88231970 Jun 24, 2026 IA 3 —
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FT4212 · 3ALXFB008GDGX6407
2 395.8A, 392.2-SLLSWZ No
88208733 Jun 22, 2026 IA 3 —
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA DZ6030 · 1NPXGGGG20D227939
1 392.2-SLLS1 No
88158518 Jun 16, 2026 MO 2 —
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1016659 · 1XPXD49X3FD261083
0 — No
88102932 Jun 10, 2026 NE 3 —
Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR
IA DB7152 · 0V2300004237973NE
0 — No
88119640 Jun 9, 2026 IL 3 —
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
LA P241146 · 1XP5DB9X0YD508946
0 — No
87909151 May 20, 2026 SD 2 —
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FW4025 · 1XPXDP9X7MD688250
1 392.2-SLLIRP No
87915273 May 19, 2026 IA 3 —
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FX7778 · 2HSCKAPR47C403961
1 392.2-SLLS2 No
87408667 Mar 25, 2026 IA 3 —
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1086171 · 1XKWD49X4KJ214805
1 392.2-SLLS2 No
87408612 Mar 25, 2026 IA 2 IA
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
AR K817283 · 1XPXD49X7LD667363
1 393.9 No
87293152 Mar 12, 2026 WI 2 SPARTA WI
Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FY2731 · 0V2500004217193NE
0 — No
87212899 Mar 4, 2026 ND 2 FARGO ND
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FR0941 · 1XPXDP9X7ND784672
0 — No
87129914 Feb 23, 2026 IA 3 US 9
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA DA3223 · 1XPHDP9X4ED215248
1 392.16 No
87072083 Feb 11, 2026 MN 1 WORTHINGTON MN
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA DZ6031 · 1NPXGGGG90D227940
0 — No
87002112 Feb 9, 2026 MO 2 EAGLEVILLE MO
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
MN PAN3324 · 1FUJAPCG53LK65074
0 — No
86928886 Jan 30, 2026 MO 2 PECULIAR MO
PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK
IA FS8543 · 1NP5LB9X24D834741
0 — No
86738654 Jan 6, 2026 IL 3 I-64
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1016659 · 1XPXD49X3FD261083
1 392.2-SLLSWZ No
86604579 Dec 17, 2025 IL 3 US45
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1016659 · 1XPXD49X3FD261083
1 392.2-SLLS2 No
86552997 Dec 11, 2025 KS 2 LARNED
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FY1215 · 2HSCHASR3YC081496
0 — No
86466440 Dec 2, 2025 MO 3 mo-st.-louis-mo
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1016659 · 1XPXD49X3FD261083
0 — No
86333814 Nov 16, 2025 SD 3 VALLEY SPRINGS SD
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
MN PAN3324 · 1FUJAPCG53LK65074
0 — No
86313510 Nov 12, 2025 IA 3 —
Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FV9547 · 0V2500003249562NE
1 392.16 No
86256346 Nov 6, 2025 NE 3 WAVERLY WEST BOUND
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
IA FS8543 · 1NP5LB9X24D834741
0 — No
86175663 Oct 28, 2025 MO 3 mo-st.-louis-mo
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
IL P1086171 · 1XKWD49X4KJ214805
0 — No
Recent Crashes (41 rows) View all 41 →
Report # Date ▼ State Fatalities Injuries Tow Hazmat Severity
IA2501521698 Dec 23, 2025 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
IA2501468531 Feb 13, 2025 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
VA0243385161 Dec 1, 2024 VA 0 3 Yes No Injury
MS9015240002 Oct 23, 2024 MS 0 0 Yes No Tow
IA2401409744 Feb 19, 2024 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
AL0004621973 Feb 14, 2024 AL 0 1 No No Injury
MO0000101781 Feb 22, 2023 MO 0 0 Yes No Tow
MO0000085297 May 20, 2020 MO 0 0 Yes No Tow
AL0000613722 Feb 5, 2020 AL 0 0 Yes No Tow
NE0219014077 Mar 21, 2019 NE 0 1 Yes No Injury
ILX001423613 Jan 11, 2019 IL 0 1 Yes No Injury
ND0001064852 Nov 5, 2018 ND 0 0 Yes No Tow
IA1801048576 May 22, 2018 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
MN0172860259 Oct 13, 2017 MN 0 0 Yes No Tow
IA1701005854 Sep 22, 2017 IA 0 1 Yes No Injury
IA1700998552 Aug 9, 2017 IA 0 1 Yes No Injury
MI0001088485 Jul 17, 2017 MI 0 1 Yes No Injury
IA1500847884 Feb 25, 2015 IA 1 3 Yes No Fatal
MN0143570287 Dec 23, 2014 MN 0 1 Yes No Injury
KS2014E10853 Dec 18, 2014 KS 0 1 Yes No Injury
IA1400875323 Nov 26, 2014 IA 0 3 Yes No Injury
IA1400786249 Jan 30, 2014 IA 0 2 Yes No Injury
MN0133300245 Nov 25, 2013 MN 0 1 Yes No Injury
IA1300759924 Sep 26, 2013 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
IA1300735430 Mar 27, 2013 IA 0 0 Yes No Tow
Authority Records (1 docket)
common
MC117386
Active
—
View full authority record →
Insurance Coverage Timeline (19 rows)

Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.

Insurer Policy # Type Limit Effective Cancel Status
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CCP04746A 91X $4,000,000 Jul 7, 2013 On file ACTIVE
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. MCP05287A 91X $1,000,000 Jul 7, 2013 On file ACTIVE
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY PRA9240214 BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 2011 Jul 7, 2013 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950Q BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 2005 Jul 7, 2011 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CCP03304A BIPD/Excess — Jul 7, 2005 Aug 10, 2011 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950Q BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 2005 Aug 4, 2011 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CCP03304A BIPD/Excess — Jul 7, 2004 Jul 7, 2005 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950P BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 2004 Aug 29, 2005 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950P CARGO — Jul 7, 2004 Aug 4, 2011 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950P BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 2004 Jul 7, 2005 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J CARGO — Jul 24, 1998 Jul 7, 2004 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J CARGO — Jul 24, 1998 Aug 10, 2004 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J CARGO — Jul 20, 1998 Jul 24, 1998 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J BIPD/Primary — Jul 20, 1998 Jul 20, 1998 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J BIPD/Primary — Jul 20, 1998 Aug 10, 2004 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP00950J BIPD/Primary — Jul 20, 1998 Jul 7, 2004 REPLACED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. AC13364 BIPD/Primary — Jul 7, 1987 Jul 20, 1998 REPLACED
UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO. 55-12513 SURETY — Jan 10, 1986 Jan 10, 1987 CANCELLED
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. AC13364 CARGO — Nov 18, 1983 Jul 20, 1998 REPLACED
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
  1. Jun 8, 2021
    authority
    DISCONTINUED REVOCATION — CONTRACT
    Details →
  2. Jul 9, 2013
    authority
    DISCONTINUED REVOCATION — CONTRACT
    Details →
  3. Jul 7, 2013
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
  4. Aug 10, 2011
    insurance
    CANCEL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  5. Aug 4, 2011
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  6. Aug 4, 2011
    insurance
    CANCEL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  7. Jul 7, 2011
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  8. Nov 16, 2005
    authority
    DISCONTINUED REVOCATION — CONTRACT
    Details →
  9. Aug 29, 2005
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  10. Jul 7, 2005
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  11. Jul 7, 2005
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  12. Aug 10, 2004
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  13. Jul 7, 2004
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  14. Jul 24, 1998
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  15. Jul 20, 1998
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  16. Jul 20, 1998
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
  17. Sep 26, 1989
    authority
    REVOKED — PROPERTY BROKER
    Details →
  18. Jan 10, 1987
    insurance
    CANCEL — UNITED FIRE & CASUALTY CO.
  19. Oct 25, 1985
    authority
    GRANTED — MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER
    Details →
  20. Aug 21, 1985
    authority
    GRANTED — MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER
    Details →
  21. Aug 2, 1982
    authority
    GRANTED — MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER
    Details →
  22. May 21, 1980
    authority
    DENIED — MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER
    Details →
  23. Apr 7, 1980
    authority
    GRANTED — MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER
    Details →
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for

Most-Inspected Stations

Station State Inspections OOS
VALLEY SPRINGS SD SD 5 0
WAVERLY WEST BOUND NE 4 0
FARGO SCALE W OF I-29 ON I-94 ND 3 1
CLARKS GROVE MN 2 0
WORTHINGTON MN MN 2 0
FREMONT SCALE NE 2 0
HEBRON 81 SCALE NE 2 0
SISSETON SD SD 2 1
DUMAS AR AR 1 0
HACKETT AR AR 1 0

Top Violation Codes Cited

Code Description Category Cited OOS
392.2 Violation of Local Laws - Explain: Unsafe Driving 17 0
393.45(d) Brake connections with leaks or constrictions Vehicle Maintenance 3 0
393.75(a)(3) Tire-flat and/or audible air leak Vehicle Maintenance 3 3
392.16 Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV Unsafe Driving 2 0
392.16(a) Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) Unsafe Driving 2 0
393.11 No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required Vehicle Maintenance 2 0
393.9(a) Inoperable required lamps Vehicle Maintenance 2 0
172.516(c)(6) Placard damaged, deteriorated, or obscured Hazardous Materials 1 0
393.45 Brake tubing and hose adequacy Vehicle Maintenance 1 1
393.47(e) Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt Vehicle Maintenance 1 0
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How to verify L B TRANSPORT INC

  1. Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
  2. Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
  3. Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
  4. Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
  5. Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about L B TRANSPORT INC

Is L B TRANSPORT INC an active motor carrier? ▾
Yes. L B TRANSPORT INC is registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 53754 and is currently shown as Active in the agency's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Active status means the carrier may legally operate, contingent on continuous insurance and authority filings.
What is L B TRANSPORT INC's safety rating? ▾
L B TRANSPORT INC's FMCSA safety rating is Satisfactory. A Satisfactory rating means FMCSA evaluators determined the carrier had an adequate safety management program at the time of the most recent compliance review. Safety ratings are assigned only after a formal compliance review; most carriers in the FMCSA database are unrated.
How many inspections has L B TRANSPORT INC had? ▾
127 roadside inspections are on file for L B TRANSPORT INC in FMCSA's MCMIS database. Each inspection is summarized in the Inspection History section below — sortable by date, state, level, and out-of-service result. Newer inspections are pulled from the FMCSA SMS data feed daily.
What is L B TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rate? ▾
L B TRANSPORT INC's peak out-of-service rate is 8.1% (whichever is higher of driver-OOS or vehicle-OOS, computed from FMCSA roadside inspection data). The national averages are roughly 6.7% for drivers and 23.4% for vehicles — see the peer-context card on this page for a side-by-side comparison.
Where is L B TRANSPORT INC based? ▾
L B TRANSPORT INC reports its physical address to the FMCSA as 615 1ST AVE NE, BUFFALO CENTER, Iowa 50424. Carriers must file a Form MCS-150 every two years to keep their address current; an outdated address is a common compliance flag.
Does L B TRANSPORT INC have valid operating authority? ▾
Yes. L B TRANSPORT INC holds 1 active FMCSA operating authority (MC117386). Each docket appears in the Authority Records section below with its full event history. Active authority means the carrier may legally operate as a for-hire carrier, contingent on current insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings.
How many trucks and drivers does L B TRANSPORT INC operate? ▾
L B TRANSPORT INC self-reports 59 power units and 59 drivers on its most recent FMCSA Form MCS-150 filing. Power-unit and driver counts come from the carrier directly and are required to be updated every two years; very large fluctuations between filings can indicate fleet changes worth investigating.
Has L B TRANSPORT INC had any crashes? ▾
41 FMCSA-reportable crashes are on file for L B TRANSPORT INC in MCMIS. A reportable crash is one resulting in a fatality, an injury requiring transport for medical attention, or a vehicle disabled and towed from the scene. The full crash log is on the Crashes subpage with date, state, and outcome details.

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Carrier safety data lives in FMCSA's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS): roadside inspections, crashes, out-of-service findings, and the seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up the SMS scoring methodology. For-hire carriers must also hold operating authority — an MC, FF, or MX docket number — which is separate from the USDOT number and requires continuous insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings to remain active.

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Refreshed daily.
NHTSA

Vehicle recall campaigns, defect investigations, and consumer safety complaints (SCRS).

Refreshed daily.
EIA

Retail diesel and gasoline price history and state fuel-tax tables.

Refreshed weekly.
Transport Canada

Cross-border carrier registry and Canadian recall campaigns where applicable.

Refreshed weekly.

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